Fetterman, John [D-PA]
Democrat · PA · 21 bills sponsored
National Programmable Cloud Laboratories Network Act of 2025
# National Programmable Cloud Laboratories Network Act of 2025 – Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish a national network of "programmable cloud laboratories"—essentially shared computing facilities that researchers, companies, and educational institutions could access to develop and test new technologies. The bill focuses on advanced computing, cybersecurity, and internet-based applications. It aims to promote collaboration between government agencies, private companies, and universities to accelerate technological innovation and workforce development in these fields. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would benefit researchers, tech companies, students, and workers seeking training in emerging technologies. By creating accessible cloud computing resources, it could help smaller companies and academic institutions compete with larger tech firms that already have substantial computing infrastructure. The legislation emphasizes public-private partnerships and workforce training programs, suggesting it would support job development in the technology sector while advancing cybersecurity capabilities across different organizations. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (S 3468) remains in committee and has not been voted on by the full Senate. This means it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and would need committee approval and broader congressional support to move forward.
Ohio River Restoration Program Act of 2026
# Ohio River Restoration Program Act of 2026 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Ohio River Restoration Program Act of 2026 would establish a federal program dedicated to restoring and protecting the Ohio River. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't available in the current summary, restoration programs of this type typically focus on improving water quality, protecting ecosystems, managing pollution, and funding cleanup and conservation efforts along the river and its tributaries. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect communities and businesses along the Ohio River, which flows through or borders six states (Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky). It could impact residents who depend on the river for drinking water, recreation, and fishing, as well as industries that use the river's resources. **Current Status** The bill (S 3796) was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. At this stage, it remains under review and discussion. *Note: For complete details about specific provisions and funding amounts, you would need to review the full bill text through Congress.gov.*
A bill to amend the Passport Act of June 4, 1920, to authorize certain public libraries to collect and retain a fee for the execution of a passport application.
# Summary of S 3733 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would allow certain public libraries to collect and keep fees when they help people apply for passports. Currently, libraries can execute (process) passport applications, but they typically cannot keep any fees collected—those go elsewhere. This bill would change that by letting libraries retain the fees they collect for this service, giving them additional revenue to support their operations. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects public libraries that offer passport application services and the people who use those services. Libraries could use the retained fees to fund their programs and operations. The bill would also indirectly affect the State Department, which currently handles passport fees, though the exact financial impact would depend on how many libraries participate and how the fee structure works. **Current Status** As of now, S 3733 is in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA). For the bill to become law, it would need to be approved by the committee, pass the Senate, pass the House, and be signed by the President.
Credit Card Fairness Act
# Credit Card Fairness Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Credit Card Fairness Act, introduced by Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, aims to regulate credit card practices and protect consumers from what supporters view as unfair fees and terms. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, such legislation typically targets issues like excessive interest rates, surprise fees, penalty charges, or other credit card company practices that consumer advocates argue harm borrowers. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect credit card users and the credit card industry. Millions of American consumers carry credit card debt, so any changes to how credit cards operate could have widespread impact. Credit card companies and financial institutions would face new regulations on how they can structure their products and fees. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't advanced to a full vote in the Senate. Bills in committee are under review, and it's uncertain whether this legislation will move forward for a broader vote. To learn more about the bill's specific proposals, you could check Congress.gov or Senator Fetterman's official website for detailed language.
Consistent Egg Labels Act of 2025
# Consistent Egg Labels Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** The Consistent Egg Labels Act of 2025 would establish uniform national standards for how eggs are labeled and marketed in the United States. Currently, egg labeling varies significantly by state, which can confuse consumers and create compliance challenges for producers who sell eggs across state lines. This bill aims to create consistent, standardized labeling requirements that would apply nationwide. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact egg producers, distributors, and retailers who would need to comply with the new federal standards. Consumers would also be affected, as clearer and more uniform labeling could help them make informed purchasing decisions about eggs, particularly regarding production methods (such as "cage-free" or "free-range" labels). **Current Status** As of now, the bill (S. 2929) is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress. Further action would require committee approval and then a Senate vote before it could advance to the House for consideration.
A bill to amend the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act to provide rules for payments to Havlish Settling Judgment Creditors.
# Summary of S 2776 **What the Bill Would Do** S 2776 would modify the "Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act" to establish payment rules for a specific group of people known as "Havlish Settling Judgment Creditors." These are individuals who won legal judgments against foreign governments accused of sponsoring terrorism. The bill would clarify how and when these victims receive compensation from funds that the U.S. government has made available for such claims. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects Americans who have won court judgments against state sponsors of terrorism (such as Iran) and are waiting to receive compensation. It could also impact the federal government's ability to manage and distribute these settlement funds fairly among multiple claimants. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. Without more detailed information about the specific payment rules being proposed, the exact scope of changes isn't clear from the bill's title alone.
Art Market Integrity Act
# Art Market Integrity Act (S 2400) Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Art Market Integrity Act aims to increase transparency and oversight in the art market. While specific details aren't available in the provided information, bills with this title typically focus on requiring disclosure of artwork ownership, improving reporting on high-value art transactions, and potentially closing loopholes that allow people to hide money or avoid taxes through art purchases. The bill would likely establish new regulations for art dealers and auction houses to report sales and ownership information. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would impact art dealers, auction houses, collectors, and potentially museums or cultural institutions. It could also affect banks and financial institutions involved in art transactions, as they might be required to report certain sales activities. **Current Status:** The bill (S 2400) was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it's under review and has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. At this stage, it's uncertain whether the bill will advance further. *Note: More detailed information about specific provisions would require reviewing the full bill text.*
SAFE Tax Filing Act of 2025
# SAFE Tax Filing Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The SAFE Tax Filing Act of 2025 aims to simplify the federal income tax filing process for American taxpayers. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically seek to reduce the complexity of tax filing and potentially expand free filing options for lower and middle-income earners. The bill would affect millions of Americans who file federal taxes annually. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (S 2129) is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress. The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process, and its prospects for passage are uncertain. **Note:** Complete details about the specific provisions of this bill were not available in the source material. For a comprehensive understanding of exactly what changes it proposes, you may want to visit Congress.gov or the Senate's official website to review the full bill text.
Honoring Civil Servants Killed in the Line of Duty Act
# Honoring Civil Servants Killed in the Line of Duty Act - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill, introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), is designed to honor and recognize civil servants—government employees like police officers, firefighters, and other public workers—who die while performing their official duties. Based on its title and purpose, the bill likely establishes a formal way to commemorate these individuals and acknowledge their sacrifice to the public. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the families and colleagues of deceased civil servants, as well as government agencies that employ them. More broadly, it reflects a national effort to recognize the risks taken by public employees across federal, state, and local levels. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It has not advanced to become law. *Note: Specific details about provisions (such as whether it establishes memorials, funding, or other commemorative measures) are not available in the limited information provided. For complete details, the full bill text would need to be reviewed.*
Depot Investment Reform Act
# Depot Investment Reform Act (S 1539) Summary Unfortunately, I don't have access to the detailed text of this specific bill, so I cannot provide you with accurate information about what it would do, its key provisions, or who it affects. The bill summary you've provided only shows basic metadata (bill number, sponsor, and status), but not the actual legislative language or purpose. To get a reliable, plain-language summary, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov**: Search "S 1539" to view the full bill text and official summaries - **Senator Fetterman's official website**: Often includes plain-language explanations of bills their office sponsors - **Nonpartisan sources**: Organizations like the Congressional Research Service or vote411.org provide objective analyses If you can share the bill's text or a more detailed summary, I'd be happy to help explain it in accessible language.
Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2025
# Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act of 2025 — Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would require states to fully replace SNAP benefits (food assistance) that households lose to fraud, such as when criminals steal card information through "skimming" devices or cloning. Currently, states can only replace stolen benefits up to a limit of two months' worth of a household's benefits. The new bill would remove that cap and guarantee full replacement of any stolen amount, using federal funding from the Department of Agriculture. **Who it affects:** Low-income households that receive SNAP (food stamps) would benefit if their benefits are stolen through fraud. The bill also affects state agencies that administer SNAP, which would be required to process these replacements. **Current status:** The bill (S. 1540) was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate.
School Meal Modernization and Hunger Elimination Act
# School Meal Modernization and Hunger Elimination Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to improve federal school meal programs, though specific provisions aren't detailed in the information available. Based on its title, the legislation would likely modernize how school meals are delivered and work to reduce childhood hunger among students who rely on school breakfast and lunch programs. The bill would affect students, schools, and potentially the budget for federal nutrition assistance programs. **Who It Affects** The primary beneficiaries would be school-age children, particularly low-income students who depend on school meals as a significant source of daily nutrition. The bill would also impact school administrators and food service workers who operate these programs, as well as state and local education budgets that help fund school meals. **Current Status** The bill (S 1431) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) and is currently in committee, meaning it's under review and hasn't yet advanced to a full floor vote. No additional action has been taken at this time.
Organic Science and Research Investment Act of 2025
# Organic Science and Research Investment Act of 2025 – Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would expand federal support for organic farming research through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). It would create a new coordinating initiative to oversee and improve USDA's organic agriculture research efforts. Every five years, this initiative would assess what organic research is currently being conducted and produce a report with recommendations on how to expand research, improve coordination between projects, and make the research more effective. The USDA would then consider these findings when planning its annual budgets. **Who It Affects & Key Provisions** The bill would benefit organic farmers, ranchers, agricultural researchers, and land-grant colleges and universities. It requires the USDA to consult with the National Organic Standards Board, academic institutions, and both organic and conventional farmers when developing its research strategy and reports. The bill also reauthorizes funding for the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's existing Organic Agriculture Research program, ensuring continued financial support for this area. **Current Status** The bill (S. 1385) was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate.
FISCAL Act
# FISCAL Act Summary **What It Would Do** The Freedom in School Cafeterias and Lunches (FISCAL) Act would require all schools participating in the National School Lunch Program to offer plant-based milk options to students. Currently, schools only must provide non-dairy milk alternatives for students with documented medical needs or disabilities that restrict their diet. This bill would make plant-based milk available to all students regardless of dietary restrictions, and would eliminate the requirement for written documentation from doctors or parents to access these alternatives. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill directly affects school cafeterias across the country and the students they serve. Schools would need to ensure plant-based milk options meet either the most recent U.S. Dietary Guidelines or USDA nutritional standards. The change would expand access to alternatives like soy, almond, or oat milk beyond students with medical or disability-related needs, making these options universally available in school lunch programs. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full Senate vote.
Convenient Contraception Act
# Convenient Contraception Act (S 1239) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Convenient Contraception Act aims to make birth control more accessible and affordable for Americans. While specific details aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on removing barriers to contraception access—such as requiring insurance coverage without copays, allowing longer prescription supplies, or expanding access to over-the-counter contraceptive methods. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect people who use or want to use contraception, as well as insurance companies and healthcare providers. It could also influence pharmaceutical companies if it expands access to certain birth control methods. **Current Status** As of now, S 1239 is in committee, meaning it has been referred to the appropriate Senate committee for review and discussion but has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress. For more detailed information about specific provisions, you can search for the bill on Congress.gov, which provides full legislative text and amendments.
Food Secure Strikers Act of 2025
# Food Secure Strikers Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would change the rules for food assistance (SNAP benefits) to help workers and their families during strikes. Currently, if someone goes on strike, their household often loses SNAP eligibility or can't receive increased benefits even though their income drops. This bill would allow striking workers' households to keep or gain SNAP benefits based on their reduced income during a labor dispute. It also protects SNAP eligibility for government employees who are fired for striking. **Who it affects:** The bill targets striking workers and their families who rely on food assistance. This includes both private sector workers involved in labor disputes and government employees who lose their jobs due to strike activity. The bill aims to prevent these households from losing nutritional support when they lose income due to strike-related actions. **Current status:** The bill (S. 1156) was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It remains in early stages of the legislative process.
Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act
# Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act Summary **What It Does** This bill would expand who can receive a free memorial headstone or marker from the government. Currently, if a veteran or active military member's remains cannot be found or recovered, only their family members (spouse, children, or dependents) who died after November 11, 1998, are eligible for a memorial marker. The bill would remove that date restriction, allowing families of those who died before 1998 to also receive this benefit. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects families of veterans and military members whose remains were never recovered or identified—such as those lost at sea, in combat zones, or in other circumstances where the body was never found. By removing the 1998 cutoff date, it would extend eligibility to families who have been waiting decades for this memorial recognition. **Current Status** The bill (S 1127) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.
School Lunch Debt Cancellation Act of 2025
# School Lunch Debt Cancellation Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would cancel unpaid school lunch debt for students across the United States. Currently, some families struggle to pay for their children's meals at school, and these unpaid balances accumulate as debt. If passed, the School Lunch Debt Cancellation Act would eliminate these existing debts, relieving financial obligations that students' families owe to schools for meals already provided. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit low-income families and students who have been unable to pay for school lunches. It would also affect school districts, which currently carry these unpaid balances on their books. Schools sometimes use collection practices or restrict meal access when families fall behind on payments, so this bill could change those practices. **Current Status** The bill (S 993) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. At this stage, the bill is under review and has not advanced further in the legislative process.
A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 28 East Airy Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania, as the "Charles L. Blockson Post Office Building".
# Summary of S 814 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would rename a U.S. Postal Service building located in Norriton, Pennsylvania to honor Charles L. Blockson. If passed, the postal facility at 28 East Airy Street would officially be called the "Charles L. Blockson Post Office Building." This is a commemorative measure that recognizes Blockson's contributions and legacy. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill primarily affects the postal facility in Norriton and residents who use that location, though it has no direct impact on postal operations or services. The bill was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. Bills of this type—naming federal buildings after notable individuals—are relatively common in Congress.
Banning SPR Oil Exports to Foreign Adversaries Act
# Banning SPR Oil Exports to Foreign Adversaries Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would prohibit the U.S. government from selling or exporting oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR)—a emergency stockpile of crude oil maintained for national security purposes—to countries considered foreign adversaries of the United States. Currently, the government can sell SPR oil on the open market, which could theoretically end up being purchased by adversarial nations. The bill would add restrictions to prevent this. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would primarily affect the Department of Energy and oil markets. It would restrict exports to adversaries (likely including countries like Russia, Iran, North Korea, and China, though specific countries aren't detailed in the bill summary). The measure aims to ensure that America's emergency oil reserves aren't indirectly benefiting nations viewed as strategic competitors or threats to U.S. interests. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (S. 393) remains in committee and has not advanced to a full Senate vote. It was introduced by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in the 119th Congress, meaning it's in early stages of the legislative process.
Whole-Home Repairs Act of 2025
# Whole-Home Repairs Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Whole-Home Repairs Act of 2025 would create a federal program to help low- and moderate-income homeowners pay for comprehensive home repairs and improvements. Rather than focusing on individual problems, the bill would fund "whole-home" repairs—addressing multiple issues in a single project, such as fixing roofs, improving energy efficiency, updating plumbing and electrical systems, and making homes safer and more livable. **Who It Affects:** The primary beneficiaries would be lower-income homeowners who struggle to afford necessary repairs. The bill would also affect landlords and rental properties, based on its subject areas. State and local governments would likely play a role in administering the program through federal grants or loans. **Key Provisions and Current Status:** While specific funding amounts and program details are not detailed in the summary provided, the bill involves government lending and loan guarantees for housing repairs, as well as federal funding for community development. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. Sponsor Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) would need to build support to move it forward in the legislative process.